2007 Alpina B3 vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 2007 Alpina B3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B3 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal.
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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B3 | 1987 Buick Regal | |
Make | Alpina | Buick |
Model | B3 | Regal |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |