2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1985 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 400.
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 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1985 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | B3 | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 4822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 120 L |