1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2008 Alpina B3
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 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 254 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 892 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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 (362 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2008 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpina |
| Model | 750 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 271 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |
