2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1978 Buick Estate
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1978 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Alpina B3.
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, 1978 Buick Estate (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina B3 | 1978 Buick Estate | |
Make | Alpina | Buick |
Model | B3 | Estate |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 97.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |