2009 Alpina B5 vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. (380 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. 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, 2009 Alpina B5 (700 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. (434 Nm). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. 2009 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B5 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 380 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Top Speed | 309 km/hour | 244 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 | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
