1991 Alpina B vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 18 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, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Alpina B. (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpina B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 336 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 2009 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B | M3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
