1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 564 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. 2012 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alpina |
| Model | Testarossa | B7 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 82 L |
