1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Alpina B3
To start off, 2010 Alpina B3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Seville. (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 340 kg more than 2010 Alpina B3.
Because 2010 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Cadillac Seville | 2010 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Cadillac | Alpina |
Model | Seville | B3 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |