2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1958 Steyr 500
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Steyr 500 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 285 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1958 Steyr 500. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1958 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Alpina | Steyr |
Model | B3 | 500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |