2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | B 10 | Testarossa |
Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |