2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 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 219 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B3 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
