2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1983 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 505 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 227 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 505. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 1983 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Alpina | Peugeot |
Model | B3 | 505 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |