2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1980 Audi Sport
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport 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 1 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1980 Audi Sport | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B3 | Sport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
