2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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, 2009 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B3 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
