2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 420 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, 2001 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Alpina | Lincoln |
| Model | B3 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
