2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1990 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1990 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | Alpina | Buick |
Model | B3 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |