2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1986 Audi 90
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1986 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1986 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B3 | 90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
