1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1999 Alpina B 12
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 12 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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, 1999 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (225 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1999 Alpina B 12 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Alpina |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | B 12 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2890 mm |
