1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 1999 Alpina B3
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alpine A 310 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 180 more horse power than 1978 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 716 kg more than 1978 Alpine A 310. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alpine A 310 | 1999 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alpina |
| Model | A 310 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
