2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1975 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 128 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3.
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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1975 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Alpina | Avanti |
| Model | B3 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
