2007 Alpina B3 vs. 1971 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2007 Alpina B3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Reliant Scimitar 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 237 more horse power than 1971 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Reliant Scimitar.
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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Reliant Scimitar. (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Reliant Scimitar. 2007 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 1971 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1971 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B3 | 1971 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Alpina | Reliant |
| Model | B3 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
