2007 Alpina B3 vs. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2007 Alpina B3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Cabriolet 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 160 more horse power than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. (200 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet.
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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. 2007 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 1991 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B3 | 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Alpina | Venturi |
| Model | B3 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
