2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1970 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Jaguar E-Type. (246 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1970 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jaguar E-Type. (357 Nm). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1970 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
| Model | B3 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 246 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 92.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
