1991 Alpina B vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpina B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpina B would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Alpina B. (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpina B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 296 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 TR.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1995 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
