2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina 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 196 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. 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, 1998 Toyota Carina, 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 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B3 | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |