2008 Alpina B3 vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Speedster 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 103 more horse power than 1998 Opel Speedster. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 447 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster. 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 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B3 | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Alpina | Opel |
Model | B3 | Speedster |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 271 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |