2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 582 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1956 Daimler DK | |
Make | Alpina | Daimler |
Model | B3 | DK |
Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4617 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |