2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 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 278 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Alpina | Trabant |
Model | B3 | P 601 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 24 L |