2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1996 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1996 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Alpina | Morgan |
Model | B3 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |