2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 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 274 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1957 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Alpina | Trabant |
Model | B3 | P 70 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |