2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1959 Moretti Golden
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti Golden. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti Golden would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1959 Moretti Golden. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti Golden. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1959 Moretti Golden. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Moretti Golden. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1959 Moretti Golden | |
| Make | Alpina | Moretti |
| Model | B3 | Golden |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
