2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 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) has 234 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer significantly more control. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Alpina | Land Rover |
| Model | B3 | 88 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
