2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1951 Buick 40
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3.
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, 2009 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1951 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Alpina | Buick |
| Model | B3 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |
