2008 Alpina B3 vs. 1990 Austin Maestro
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Austin Maestro 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 210 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1990 Austin Maestro. 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 1990 Austin Maestro. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 1990 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Alpina | Austin |
| Model | B3 | Maestro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |
