2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Alpina B5. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2010 Alpina B5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 14 kg more than 2010 Alpina B5. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. 2010 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alpina |
| Model | 575M Maranello | B5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 309 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
