2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (301 HP) has 241 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
