2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1956 Austin A 35
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 896 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. 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 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1956 Austin A 35 | |
Make | Alpina | Austin |
Model | B3 | A 35 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 749 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 26 L |