1991 Alpina B vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 15 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1991 Alpina B. (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpina B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 416 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B | F430 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
