2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 BMW M1. (273 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1979 BMW M1. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 1979 BMW M1 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | M1 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 116 L |