1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2010 Alpina B3
To start off, 2010 Alpina B3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B3 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 2010 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Lotus | Alpina |
| Model | Europa | B3 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
