2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Suburban.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B3 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |
