1993 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. 2010 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1993 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alpina |
| Model | 512 TR | B7 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4396 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3000 mm |
