2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1972 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1972 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1972 Opel Ascona. 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, 2001 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 1972 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Alpina | Opel |
Model | B3 | Ascona |
Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |