2007 Alpina D3 vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1976 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 1976 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 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina D3 | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | D3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 99 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 | 1525 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
