1976 Renault 20 vs. 2011 Alpina B3
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1976 Renault 20. (97 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B3 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1976 Renault 20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Renault 20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 20 | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Renault | Alpina |
| Model | 20 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1645 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
