1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Alpina B3
To start off, 2007 Alpina B3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B3 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40.
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 B3 (501 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 2007 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Austin | Alpina |
| Model | A 40 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2770 mm |
