1989 Rover 216 vs. 2011 Alpina B3
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover 216 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1989 Rover 216. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover 216. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B3 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1989 Rover 216. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Rover 216. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216. 2011 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 1989 Rover 216 has manual transmission. 1989 Rover 216 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover 216 | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Rover | Alpina |
| Model | 216 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
