2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Brougham would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Mercury Brougham (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercury |
| Model | B3 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 6990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
