2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Honda NSX. (251 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX. 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 1988 Honda NSX. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda NSX. (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1988 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B3 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
