1972 Seat 124 vs. 2010 Alpina B3
To start off, 2010 Alpina B3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B3 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1972 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Seat 124 | 2010 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Seat | Alpina |
| Model | 124 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
