2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 Caterham 21
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 21 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 71 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 21. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 910 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21. 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, 2008 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B3 | 2000 Caterham 21 | |
Make | Alpina | Caterham |
Model | B3 | 21 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |