2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1954 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 255 S. (208 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 255 S.
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. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1954 Ferrari 255 S has manual transmission. 1954 Ferrari 255 S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 1954 Ferrari 255 S | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B5 | 255 S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2713 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 208 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 Length | 4850 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 159 L |
