2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 3,347 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 1988 Volvo 760. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. 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 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B3 | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | B3 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
