1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1989 Buick Estate
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1989 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Alpina B3.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Estate. (435 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Estate. 1989 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1999 Alpina B3 has manual transmission. 1999 Alpina B3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1989 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Alpina | Buick |
| Model | B3 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 6597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
