1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1991 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Maserati Shamal 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 7 more horse power than 1991 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1991 Maserati Shamal. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1991 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Alpina | Maserati |
| Model | B3 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
