2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1983 Opel Monza. 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, 2006 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | Alpina | Opel |
Model | B3 | Monza |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |