2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1965 Pontiac Catalina.
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, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
Make | Alpina | Pontiac |
Model | B3 | Catalina |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 6891 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 103.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3080 mm |