2008 Alpina B3 vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alpina B3 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 2008 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 1999 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1997 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 | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
