2008 Alpina B3 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (435 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2008 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 552 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Miura.
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, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B3 | 1972 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Alpina | Lamborghini |
Model | B3 | Miura |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |