2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1958 Alpine A 106
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1958 Alpine A 106 | |
Make | Alpina | Alpine |
Model | B3 | A 106 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 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 | 1450 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 28 L |