2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1961 BMW 700
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. 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, 2000 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 1961 BMW 700 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 700 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 31 L |