2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1953 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | Alpina | Aston Martin |
| Model | B3 | DB3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
