2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1991 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Omega 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 191 more horse power than 1991 Opel Omega. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1991 Opel Omega. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Omega. (162 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1991 Opel Omega | |
Make | Alpina | Opel |
Model | B3 | Omega |
Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.1 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |