2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Alpina | Suzuki |
| Model | B3 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |
