2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1971 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1971 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Alpina | Lamborghini |
| Model | B3 | Urraco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
