2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Alpina | Austin-Healey |
| Model | B3 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
