2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1979 Nissan Laurel

To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1979 Nissan Laurel. 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 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Laurel. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Laurel.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Alpina B3 1979 Nissan Laurel
Make Alpina Nissan
Model B3 Laurel
Year Released 2000 1979
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3346 cc 1768 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 301 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 362 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2680 mm


 

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