2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1967 Ferrari 330
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 330 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 196 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 330.
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, 2006 Alpina B5 (701 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 330. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari 330 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 | 1967 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B5 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| 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 | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
