2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos 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 255 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 492 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. 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) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2008 Alpina B3 has manual transmission. 2008 Alpina B3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B3 | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B3 | Vamos |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 149 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 271 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |