2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1965 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lotus Seven 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 258 more horse power than 1965 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1965 Lotus Seven. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 1965 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Alpina | Lotus |
| Model | B3 | Seven |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 29 L |
