2008 Alpina B3 vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III 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 270 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alpina B3 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 2008 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III, 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, 2008 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B3 | N III |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
