2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1982 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. 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 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1982 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B3 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
