1965 Abarth 750 vs. 2003 Alpina B3
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1965 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 750 | 2003 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Abarth | Alpina |
Model | 750 | B3 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |