2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1966 Buick Electra
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,572 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Buick Electra. (275 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Buick Electra weights approximately 550 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 1966 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Alpina | Buick |
| Model | B3 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 6572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
