2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1967 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Isuzu Florian 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 219 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1967 Isuzu Florian. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1967 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Alpina | Isuzu |
| Model | B3 | Florian |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 40 L |
