1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2009 Alpina B3
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 713 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3.
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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (362 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2009 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Cadillac | Alpina |
Model | Sixty | B3 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 362 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 93.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |