2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1986 BMW 316
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 316 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) has 215 more horse power than 1986 BMW 316. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1986 BMW 316. 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, 2000 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 1986 BMW 316 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 316 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 86 HP |
Torque | 363 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |