2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2008 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2005 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Ferrari 612.
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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 2008 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | B3 | 612 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 271 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 20.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 105 L |