2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2001 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B3 | 320 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 3208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |