2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1954 Austin A
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 330 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 1954 Austin A | |
Make | Alpina | Austin |
Model | B3 | A |
Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 3992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |