2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 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 190 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Alpina | Peugeot |
Model | B3 | 505 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |