1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1991 Alpina B
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 776 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1991 Alpina B | |
Make | Abarth | Alpina |
Model | 2400 | B |
Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
Engine Size | 2321 cc | 5646 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |