2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Suzuki Light 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 262 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 979 kg more than 1959 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alpina B3 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Alpina | Suzuki |
| Model | B3 | Light |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
