2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1979 Ford Granada. 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 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina B3 | 1979 Ford Granada | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B3 | Granada |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |