2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1986 Citroen CX
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX 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 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX, 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, 2006 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B3 | 1986 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | B3 | CX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
