2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 914 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B3 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
