2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe

To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Alpina B3 1965 Fiat Coupe
Make Alpina Fiat
Model B3 Coupe
Year Released 2005 1965
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3348 cc 2277 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 362 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 38 L