2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1974 Buick Centurion
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 Alpina B3.
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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 1974 Buick Centurion | |
Make | Alpina | Buick |
Model | B3 | Centurion |
Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |