2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 36. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1133 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Daimler DE 36. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
| Make | Alpina | Daimler |
| Model | B3 | DE 36 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3740 mm |
