2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 295 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, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1960 Cadillac Biarritz | |
Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
Model | B3 | Biarritz |
Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 6389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 98.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |