2008 Alpina B3 vs. 1990 Bentley Turbo
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Bentley Turbo (316 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2008 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 960 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3. 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, 1990 Bentley Turbo (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B3 | 1990 Bentley Turbo | |
Make | Alpina | Bentley |
Model | B3 | Turbo |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |