2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Alpina B3 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B3 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
