2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1984 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari GTO (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Ferrari GTO (496 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (363 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1984 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B3 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.1 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 271 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1830 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
