2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Alpina | Pontiac |
Model | B3 | GTO |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 106.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |