1948 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Morris Minor | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Morris | Alpina |
Model | Minor | B7 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3000 mm |