2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1988 Innocenti 990
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Innocenti 990 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 250 more horse power than 1988 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1988 Innocenti 990. 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, 1988 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, 2006 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B3 | 1988 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Alpina | Innocenti |
| Model | B3 | 990 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 993 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2050 mm |
