2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry 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 212 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B3 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
