2008 Alpina B3 vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Alpina | Holden |
| Model | B3 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
