2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1955 Triumph TR2
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR2. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1955 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Alpina | Triumph |
| Model | B3 | TR2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 56 L |
