2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B3 | Camaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 468 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |