2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 673 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 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 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 2007 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Alpina | Daihatsu |
| Model | B3 | Copen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
