2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1983 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 1000 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 232 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 1000. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 1983 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Alpina | Pontiac |
Model | B3 | 1000 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |