1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 BB would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. 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) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. (410 Nm). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. 2010 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 365 BB has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alpina |
| Model | 365 BB | B5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 4397 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 282 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
