2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia

To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 263 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (89 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Alpina B3 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
Make Alpina Volkswagen
Model B3 Karmann-Ghia
Year Released 2004 1966
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3346 cc 1285 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 89 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.8 mm 69 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 40 L


 

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