2008 Alpina B3 vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3.
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, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B3 | 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | |
Make | Alpina | Oldsmobile |
Model | B3 | 98 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |