2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 89 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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2009 Alpina B3 | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | B3 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |