2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1984 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Bluebird 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 197 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Bluebird, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1984 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B3 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
