2007 Alpina D3 vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 359 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3.
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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina D3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina D3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina D3 | 1976 Buick Estate | |
Make | Alpina | Buick |
Model | D3 | Estate |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |