2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 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 221 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
| Model | B3 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
