2007 Alpina D3 vs. 1991 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1991 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1991 Skoda L. 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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina D3 | 1991 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alpina | Skoda |
| Model | D3 | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
