2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1969 Bizzarrini GT
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bizzarrini GT 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 193 more horse power than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 2004 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1969 Bizzarrini GT | |
| Make | Alpina | Bizzarrini |
| Model | B3 | GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
