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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 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 160 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.
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, 2008 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 123 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 | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |