2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1992 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 548 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. 1992 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2009 Alpina B3 has manual transmission. 2009 Alpina B3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alpina B3 | 1992 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | Alpina | Buick |
Model | B3 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |