1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP) has 228 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 427 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Alpina | Lancia |
| Model | B3 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
