2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1989 Lada 2105
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada 2105 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 242 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1989 Lada 2105. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 1989 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Alpina | Lada |
| Model | B3 | 2105 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
