1990 Ferrari F1 90 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 F1 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari F1 90 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 (671 HP @ 12750 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2011 Alpina B7. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina B7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F1 90.
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. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari F1 90 has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari F1 90 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.
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1990 Ferrari F1 90 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Ferrari | Alpina |
Model | F1 90 | B7 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 12750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 505 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2140 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3140 mm |