2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1950 Austin A 90
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 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 213 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 1950 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Alpina | Austin |
Model | B3 | A 90 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.1 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |