2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 170 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (131 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 2004 Alpina B3 (363 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (198 Nm). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B3 | 190 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
