2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1975 BMW 520
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 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 178 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1975 BMW 520. 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1975 BMW 520 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 520 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |