2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1969 Moretti SS
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti SS 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 250 more horse power than 1969 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti SS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1969 Moretti SS. 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1969 Moretti SS | |
| Make | Alpina | Moretti |
| Model | B3 | SS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
