2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1968 Moretti Coupe
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti Coupe 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 275 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 932 kg more than 1968 Moretti Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1968 Moretti Coupe | |
| Make | Alpina | Moretti |
| Model | B3 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 26 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |
