2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1997 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Primera 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 200 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1997 Nissan Primera. 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, 1997 Nissan Primera, 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1997 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B3 | Primera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 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 | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
