1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Alpina |
Model | 500 Testarossa | B5 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |