1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1953 Holden FX
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Holden FX 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) has 277 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1953 Holden FX. 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, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Holden FX. (136 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1953 Holden FX | |
| Make | Alpina | Holden |
| Model | B3 | FX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
