1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 348. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari 348. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 348. (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 348. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 348 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alpina |
| Model | 348 | B7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 82 L |
