2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1983 Citroen BX
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1983 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | B3 | BX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
