1988 BMW Z1 vs. 2007 Alpina B3
To start off, 2007 Alpina B3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B3 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1988 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW Z1.
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, 2007 Alpina B3 (501 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW Z1. 2007 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW Z1 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW Z1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW Z1 | 2007 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | BMW | Alpina |
| Model | Z1 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
