2007 Alpina B3 vs. 1962 DAF 750
To start off, 2007 Alpina B3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DAF 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DAF 750 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B3 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750.
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, 2007 Alpina B3 (501 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B3 | 1962 DAF 750 | |
| Make | Alpina | DAF |
| Model | B3 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2060 mm |
