1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2009 Alpina B3
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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, 2009 Alpina B3 (362 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2009 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
Model | 1900 | B3 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1883 cc | 3346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 362 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.8 mm |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 271 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |