2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Pickup
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Pickup 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 96 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Pickup. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Pickup.
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, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup (407 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 1976 Chevrolet Pickup | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B3 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
