2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1992 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Proton Saloon 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 202 more horse power than 1992 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1992 Proton Saloon. 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 1992 Proton Saloon. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1992 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Alpina | Proton |
| Model | B3 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
