2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1991 Innocenti 990
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Innocenti 990, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1991 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Alpina | Innocenti |
| Model | B3 | 990 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2050 mm |
