2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1957 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1957 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Alpina | Berkeley |
| Model | B3 | Twosome |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1790 mm |
