2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1990 BMW 520
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 520 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 156 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1990 BMW 520. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina B3 | 1990 BMW 520 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 520 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |