2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept would be higher. At 6,392 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Alpina B7. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2008 Alpina B7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 221 kg more than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept.
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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept. (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept. 2008 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept 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 | 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B7 | Shelby GR-1 Concept |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 1990 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 132 L |
