2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1984 Ferrari Mondial
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 Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Mondial 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 63 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1984 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | B3 | Mondial |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |