2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1977 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3.
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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 1977 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Alpina | Buick |
Model | B3 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |