2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda L 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 243 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1989 Skoda L. 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 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1989 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alpina | Skoda |
| Model | B3 | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
