2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 GT. (251 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3.
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.
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2000 Alpina B3 | 1963 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | B3 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 140 L |