2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1961 DAF 600
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DAF 600 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 277 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1961 DAF 600. 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) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 1961 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Alpina | DAF |
| Model | B3 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 28 L |
