2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1999 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Accent 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 216 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Accent. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Accent. 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, 1999 Hyundai Accent, 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Accent. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1999 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Alpina | Hyundai |
| Model | B3 | Accent |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
