2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1977 AMC Matador
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 AMC Matador would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 139 kg more than 1977 AMC Matador. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1977 AMC Matador | |
| Make | Alpina | AMC |
| Model | B3 | Matador |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1861 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 92 L |
