2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1980 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,821 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B3. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 Alpina B3. 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, 1980 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 1980 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | B3 | 400 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4821 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 120 L |