2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1952 BMW 501
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1952 BMW 501. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1952 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1952 BMW 501. 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.
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2004 Alpina B3 | 1952 BMW 501 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 501 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |