2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
| Model | B3 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
