2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2000 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 117 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3. 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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
Make | Alpina | Plymouth |
Model | B3 | GTX |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1597 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |