2008 Alpina B5 vs. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena. (400 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B5. (700 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B5. 2008 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B5 | KS 360 Modena |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 773 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 329 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 Weight | 1720 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
