2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 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 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Alpina | Wartburg |
| Model | B3 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
