2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1955 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (132 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 629 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. 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, 2001 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | |
Make | Alpina | Austin-Healey |
Model | B3 | 100 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
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 | 851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 109 L |