2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1966 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar E-Type. (265 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1966 Jaguar E-Type. 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, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1966 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
| Model | B3 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
