2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1980 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1980 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Alpina | Dodge |
Model | B3 | Aspen |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 117.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |