2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord 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 202 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 869 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1131 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
