1961 BMW 700 vs. 2007 Alpina D3
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. 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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 2007 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | BMW | Alpina |
| Model | 700 | D3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 63 L |
