2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1967 Holden HR
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR 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 194 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1967 Holden HR. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1967 Holden HR | |
| Make | Alpina | Holden |
| Model | B3 | HR |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
