2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1991 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1991 Honda Prelude. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1991 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Prelude. (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1991 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B3 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
