1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2008 Alpina B3
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 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 206 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 492 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. 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. 2008 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1600 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:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 2008 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpina |
| Model | 1600 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 271 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
