2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1971 BMW 3
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 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 121 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1971 BMW 3 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 80 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 | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |