2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | B3 | 360 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |