2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1963 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr Haflinger 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 277 more horse power than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1963 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Alpina | Steyr |
| Model | B3 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1510 mm |
