2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown 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 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1959 Toyota Crown. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B3 | Crown |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1453 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 | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |