2010 Alpina B3 vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2010 Alpina B3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B3 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Alpina B3 | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Alpina | Smart |
Model | B3 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |