1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B3 | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
