2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
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, both vehicles can yield 362 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Alpina | Lamborghini |
| Model | B3 | Countach |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 374 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 120 L |
