1971 Abarth 595 vs. 2006 Alpina B3
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1971 Abarth 595. 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, 2006 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 2006 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpina |
| Model | 595 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
