2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1956 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 255 S. (208 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 255 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 255 S. 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. 2008 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1956 Ferrari 255 S has manual transmission. 1956 Ferrari 255 S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 1956 Ferrari 255 S | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B7 | 255 S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 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 | 1960 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 159 L |
