2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B3 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
