2007 Alpina B3 vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2007 Alpina B3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Alpina B3. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alpina B3.
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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina B3. (501 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina B3. 2007 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari 456 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari 456 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B3 | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B3 | 456 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
