2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
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, 1966 Mercury Comet (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Alpina | Mercury |
Model | B3 | Comet |
Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4738 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |