2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1967 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric 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 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1967 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (146 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1967 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B3 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
