2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 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 195 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B3 | 19 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
