2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird 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 225 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 671 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | B3 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |