2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. 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 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alpina | Seat |
| Model | B3 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
