2008 Alpina B3 vs. 1973 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morgan 4 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 216 more horse power than 1973 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1973 Morgan 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, 2008 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 1973 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Alpina | Morgan |
| Model | B3 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
