2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1970 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 Aston Martin DB6. 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, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1970 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | Alpina | Aston Martin |
Model | B3 | DB6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |