2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1968 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini 400 (317 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Lamborghini 400 (373 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 1968 Lamborghini 400 | |
Make | Alpina | Lamborghini |
Model | B3 | 400 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |