2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre Six 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 192 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 634 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | |
Make | Alpina | Reliant |
Model | B3 | Sabre Six |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |