2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 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 195 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1971 Rover 2000. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Alpina | Rover |
| Model | B3 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
