2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 727 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. (265 Nm). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B3 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1850 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1273 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
