2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, 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, 2009 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B3 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
