2007 Alpina B3 vs. 1991 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2007 Alpina B3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B3 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac 6000.
Because 2007 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 2007 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac 6000, 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, 2007 Alpina B3 (501 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B3 | 1991 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Alpina | Pontiac |
| Model | B3 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
