2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina 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) has 252 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 227 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. 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) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B3 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |
