1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1977 BMW 530
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 530 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 150 more horse power than 1977 BMW 530. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1977 BMW 530. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 530. (256 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1977 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B3 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
