2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1997 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1997 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1997 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 GAZ 3110. 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, 2006 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 1997 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | Alpina | GAZ |
Model | B3 | 3110 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |