2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 243 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 514 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 1972 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
Model | B3 | 1600 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 362 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 40 L |