2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1948 Austin 16

To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1948 Austin 16. 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, 2006 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Alpina B3 1948 Austin 16
Make Alpina Austin
Model B3 16
Year Released 2006 1948
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3346 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 362 Nm 146 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 79.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.1 mm 111.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 6.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 271 km/hour 121 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 63 L


 

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