1956 Ford Prefect vs. 2011 Alpina B3
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B3 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1956 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect. 2011 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Prefect | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Ford | Alpina |
| Model | Prefect | B3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2730 mm |
