2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1974 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Hyundai Pony 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 219 more horse power than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1974 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Alpina | Hyundai |
| Model | B3 | Pony |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
