2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki EV Sport would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. 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 (362 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (106 Nm). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B3 | 2001 Suzuki EV Sport | |
| Make | Alpina | Suzuki |
| Model | B3 | EV Sport |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 398 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
