2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1961 Triumph TR3
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 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 200 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR3. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 576 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR3. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 1961 Triumph TR3 | |
Make | Alpina | Triumph |
Model | B3 | TR3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 904 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 53 L |