2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
| Model | B3 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
