2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1980 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1980 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1980 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 1980 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Alpina | Avanti |
Model | B3 | Avanti |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |