2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 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 196 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Alpina | Austin-Healey |
| Model | B3 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
