2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1991 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1991 Holden Commodore. (172 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1991 Holden Commodore. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Commodore. (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1991 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Alpina | Holden |
| Model | B3 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
