2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1970 Triumph Herald. 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 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Alpina | Triumph |
Model | B3 | Herald |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 69.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 29 L |