2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 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 237 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1977 Renault 15. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B3 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
