2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 360 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 201 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 334 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
Make | Alpina | Volvo |
Model | B3 | 360 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |