2005 Alpina B7 vs. 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia

To start off, 2005 Alpina B7 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. (238 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. 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. 2005 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia has manual transmission. 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2005 Alpina B7 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia
Make Alpina Ferrari
Model B7 250 Mille Miglia
Year Released 2005 1954
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 492 HP 238 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 1950 kg 1040 kg
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2410 mm