2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1969 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 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 @ 6300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1969 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1969 Jaguar 240. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jaguar 240. (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 1969 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
Model | B3 | 240 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |