1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Alpina B3
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2011 Alpina B3. (355 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 430 kg more than 2011 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alpina B3. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alpina B3. 2011 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Alpina |
Model | V8 Vantage | B3 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |