2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1977 Chrysler 1610
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler 1610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler 1610 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 191 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 1610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1610. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1977 Chrysler 1610 | |
| Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
| Model | B3 | 1610 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
