2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | B3 | 250 LM |
Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 140 L |