2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1983 Opel Rekord. 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Alpina | Opel |
| Model | B3 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
