2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | B3 | 211 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |