1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1991 Alpina B
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT 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 307 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 896 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1991 Alpina B | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
| Model | GT | B |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5646 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |
