2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 433 kg more than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. 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, 2001 Alpina B3 (362 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Alpina | Pontiac |
| Model | B3 | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
