2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1966 Porsche 912
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1966 Porsche 912. 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 (363 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1966 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B3 | 912 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
