2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1969 BMW 2800
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 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 131 more horse power than 1969 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1969 BMW 2800. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 2800. (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 1969 BMW 2800 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 2800 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |