2008 Alpina B3 vs. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 2008 Alpina B3 (362 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B3 | 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
Model | B3 | Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 89 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |