2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1984 Audi 90
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1984 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B3 | 90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2550 mm |
