2008 Alpina B3 vs. 1961 Austin A 99
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1961 Austin A 99. 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, 2008 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B3 | 1961 Austin A 99 | |
Make | Alpina | Austin |
Model | B3 | A 99 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |