2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1966 Austin A 40
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 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 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 718 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1966 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Alpina | Austin |
Model | B3 | A 40 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 29 L |