2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. 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.
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2004 Alpina B3 | 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | B3 | 125 F1 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2170 mm |