2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (362 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
| Model | B3 | Calais |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
