1989 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1999 Alpina B3
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 525 kg more than 1999 Alpina B3.
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, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (461 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B3. (455 Nm). This means 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1999 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Alpina |
| Model | Lagonda | B3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
