2008 Alpina B3 vs. 1967 Austin A 60
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 60 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) has 241 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1967 Austin A 60. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 1967 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Alpina | Austin |
| Model | B3 | A 60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |
