1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1997 Alpina B 10. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1997 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alpina B 10. (471 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alpina B 10 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | B 10 | 512 M |
Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 500 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2560 mm |