2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. 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, 2000 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | B3 | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 140 L |