1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1999 Alpina B3
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1999 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
Model | Giulia | B3 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 455 Nm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |