2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1992 BMW 545
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 5 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, 1992 BMW 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 1992 BMW 545 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 545 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |