2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1957 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 255 S. (208 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 255 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 255 S. 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. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 255 S has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 255 S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1957 Ferrari 255 S | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B7 | 255 S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 2715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 159 L |
