2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 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 182 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 75 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1963 Rover P5 | |
Make | Alpina | Rover |
Model | B3 | P5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |