1993 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Alpina B3
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1993 Acura NSX. 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, 2008 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Acura NSX | 2008 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Acura | Alpina |
Model | NSX | B3 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |