2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter 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 239 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
