1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1994 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 370 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. (447 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. 1994 Buick Roadmaster 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. 1994 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1994 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | Alpina | Buick |
| Model | B3 | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
