2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1970 Audi Super 90
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Super 90.
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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1970 Audi Super 90 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B3 | Super 90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 84.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
