1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 162 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. (228 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B3 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
