1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Alpina B3. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1999 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1991 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 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B3. (455 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B3 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
