2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B3 | 332 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |
