2008 Alpina B3 vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Delta 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 202 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1994 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alpina B3 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Alpina | Lancia |
| Model | B3 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
