2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2001 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
| Model | B3 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
