2008 Alpina B3 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 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 50 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (226 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000. 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 1989 Saab 9000. 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Alpina | Saab |
| Model | B3 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
