2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1963 NSU 1000 C
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 C 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 262 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 986 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 C. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B3 | 1963 NSU 1000 C | |
| Make | Alpina | NSU |
| Model | B3 | 1000 C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |
