2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1964 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Oxford 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 262 more horse power than 1964 Morris Oxford. (39 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1964 Morris Oxford. 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Oxford. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1964 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Alpina | Morris |
| Model | B3 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
