2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 Ford TL-50
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford TL-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford TL-50 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2000 Ford TL-50. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford TL-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2000 Ford TL-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford TL-50 (570 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (362 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TL-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2000 Ford TL-50 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B3 | TL-50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1302 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |
