2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 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) has 234 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Alpina | Land Rover |
Model | B3 | A 109 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 362 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |