1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1963 Riley Elf
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley Elf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley Elf 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 294 more horse power than 1963 Riley Elf. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley Elf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1963 Riley Elf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Riley Elf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley Elf. (60 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley Elf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1963 Riley Elf | |
| Make | Alpina | Riley |
| Model | B3 | Elf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 25 L |
