2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1952 Ferrari 342 America

To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 342 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 342 America would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 342 America. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 342 America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 632 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 342 America. 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. 2007 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1952 Ferrari 342 America has manual transmission. 1952 Ferrari 342 America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Alpina B5 1952 Ferrari 342 America
Make Alpina Ferrari
Model B5 342 America
Year Released 2007 1952
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 4101 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 493 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 68 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 314 km/hour 186 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 Weight 1722 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 105 L


 

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