2007 Alpina B3 vs. 1981 Buick Estate

To start off, 2007 Alpina B3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B3 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1981 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Estate.

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, 2007 Alpina B3 (501 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Estate.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Alpina B3 1981 Buick Estate
Make Alpina Buick
Model B3 Estate
Year Released 2007 1981
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3001 cc 5735 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 360 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 501 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 5510 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2950 mm