2007 Alpina D3 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina D3 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | D3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
