2007 Alpina B3 vs. 1972 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2007 Alpina B3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B3 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 504.
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, 2007 Alpina B3 (501 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 504. 2007 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 1972 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1972 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B3 | 1972 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Alpina | Peugeot |
| Model | B3 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
