2007 Alpina D3 vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 450 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina D3 | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | D3 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |