1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1980 Volvo 244
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 244. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1980 Volvo 244. 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, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (157 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | B3 | 244 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
