2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1969 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1969 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1969 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Alpina | Lancia |
| Model | B3 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
