2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX 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 31 more horse power than 1990 Honda NSX. (270 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 1990 Honda NSX | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B3 | NSX |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 271 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |