2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (187 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Alpina B3.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (263 Nm). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | B3 | 960 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 263 Nm |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
