2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1978 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 400.
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, 1978 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1978 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | B3 | 400 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 120 L |