1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Alpina B3. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1999 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 503 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B3 | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 127 L |
