1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter 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 230 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
