1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1999 Alpina B3
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1999 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | AC | Alpina |
| Model | Greyhound | B3 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
