2007 Alpina D3 vs. 1999 Honda City
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1999 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alpina D3 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 2007 Alpina D3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda City, 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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina D3 | 1999 Honda City | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | D3 | City |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |