2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1958 Austin A135
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1958 Austin A135 | |
Make | Alpina | Austin |
Model | B3 | A135 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 34 L |