2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1983 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 850 kg more than 2001 Alpina B3.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 1983 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B3 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |