2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1972 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph GT6 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 197 more horse power than 1972 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1972 Triumph GT6. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1972 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Alpina | Triumph |
| Model | B3 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
