2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1990 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1990 BMW 525. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3.
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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 1990 BMW 525 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 525 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |