2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1991 Alpine V6
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine V6 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 119 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1991 Alpine V6. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1991 Alpine V6 | |
| Make | Alpina | Alpine |
| Model | B3 | V6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2350 mm |
