2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1969 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Seven 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 1969 Lotus Seven. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 904 kg more than 1969 Lotus Seven. 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) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Seven. (123 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 1969 Lotus Seven | |
Make | Alpina | Lotus |
Model | B3 | Seven |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 123 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 77.6 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 | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |