2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1969 AMC AMX
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1969 AMC AMX.
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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1969 AMC AMX | |
| Make | Alpina | AMC |
| Model | B3 | AMX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 6384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
