2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric 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 187 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1968 Nissan Cedric. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B3 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
