2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine 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 263 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 818 kg more than 1967 Renault Dauphine. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Alpina | Renault |
Model | B3 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |