2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1961 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Minx 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 239 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1961 Isuzu Minx. 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, 2004 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1961 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Alpina | Isuzu |
| Model | B3 | Minx |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
