2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B3 | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B3 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
