2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B3 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2340 mm |
