1991 Alpina B vs. 1997 BMW Z3
To start off, 1997 BMW Z3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpina B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpina B would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 BMW Z3. (333 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 473 kg more than 1997 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW Z3. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1997 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
