2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1968 Austin A 60
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP) has 241 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1968 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, 2004 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina B3 | 1968 Austin A 60 | |
Make | Alpina | Austin |
Model | B3 | A 60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 362 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 |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |