1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 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 234 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Alpina | Triumph |
| Model | B3 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |
