2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 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 227 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1961 Volvo 220. 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 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | B3 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
