2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B3 | Viano |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |