2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta. 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, 2009 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B3 | Cresta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |