1956 Maserati 450 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 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
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, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3. 2008 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 1956 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1956 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Maserati 450 | 2008 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Maserati | Alpina |
Model | 450 | B3 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4478 cc | 3346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1620 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |