2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste 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 222 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 727 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
Model | B3 | Celeste |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |