2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (534 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2007 Alpina D3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2007 Alpina D3.
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, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina D3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina D3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina D3 | 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | D3 | 575 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 534 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 105 L |
