2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Alpina B7. (500 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2012 Alpina B7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Ferrari 612.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari 612. (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari 612. 2012 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2008 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alpina |
| Model | 612 | B7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 82 L |
