2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1966 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 Maserati Mexico. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1966 Maserati Mexico. 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, 1966 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1966 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | Alpina | Maserati |
Model | B3 | Mexico |
Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
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 | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |