2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1974 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Dolomite 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 205 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Dolomite. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1974 Triumph Dolomite. 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Dolomite. (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1974 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Alpina | Triumph |
| Model | B3 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1854 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2460 mm |
