2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1970 Holden Torana
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana. 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, 2000 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 1970 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Alpina | Holden |
| Model | B3 | Torana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
