2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B3 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
