2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1971 Volvo 164
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1971 Volvo 164. 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1971 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Alpina | Volvo |
Model | B3 | 164 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |