2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi Fox 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 211 more horse power than 1975 Audi Fox. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1975 Audi Fox. 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) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi Fox. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1975 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B3 | Fox |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
