2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
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, both vehicles can yield 363 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B3 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B3 | F355 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
