2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 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 156 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600. 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 1967 Marcos 1600. 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) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Alpina | Marcos |
| Model | B3 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
