2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1961 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB2 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 @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1961 Aston Martin DB2 | |
Make | Alpina | Aston Martin |
Model | B3 | DB2 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |