2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1982 Buick Estate
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1982 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Alpina B3.
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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina B3 | 1982 Buick Estate | |
Make | Alpina | Buick |
Model | B3 | Estate |
Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 6596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |