2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1961 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Maserati 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Alpina | Maserati |
| Model | B3 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
