2008 Alpina B3 vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3.
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 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B3 | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B3 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |