2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline. 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, 2004 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B3 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
