2007 Alpina D3 vs. 1967 Citroen Dyane 6
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alpina D3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Alpina D3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina D3 | 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | D3 | Dyane 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 32 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 25 L |
