2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1961 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect 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 266 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 848 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 1961 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B3 | Prefect |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |