2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 587 kg more than 1974 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, 2009 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| 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 | 1452 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
