2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1968 Ferrari 275
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 275 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 196 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 275. (297 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 275. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 547 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 275. 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 1968 Ferrari 275 has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 275 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 | 1968 Ferrari 275 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B5 | 275 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 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 Weight | 1722 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
