2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B3 | 914 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
