2008 Alpina B3 vs. 1988 BMW M3
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 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 80 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (221 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1988 BMW M3. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B3 | 1988 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | M3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2303 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |