2008 Alpina B3 vs. 1980 BMW 628
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1980 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1980 BMW 628. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Alpina B3 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 1980 BMW 628 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B3 | 628 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
