1947 Austin 16 vs. 2009 Alpina B3
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 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 238 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1947 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16. 2009 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 1947 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1947 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2009 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Austin | Alpina |
| Model | 16 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 271 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
