1970 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2008 Alpina B3
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Urraco 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 81 more horse power than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. (220 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 2008 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. (225 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. 2008 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 1970 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco 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:
| 1970 Lamborghini Urraco | 2008 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Alpina |
| Model | Urraco | B3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53.1 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 271 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
