2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1964 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 301 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
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) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1964 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B3 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 58.8 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 | 1950 kg | 878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
