2008 Alpina B3 vs. 1964 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1964 Ford Falcon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1964 Ford Falcon. 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 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Falcon. (244 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 1964 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B3 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 700 kg |
