2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro 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 168 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B3 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
