1991 Alpina B vs. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 19 kg more than 1991 Alpina B.
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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 412 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1990 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
