2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3. 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (423 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | B3 | 365 GTC 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 423 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |