2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica 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 238 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B3 | Publica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |