1955 BMW 502 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 BMW 502 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1955 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1955 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1955 BMW 502. 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. 2012 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1955 BMW 502 has manual transmission. 1955 BMW 502 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:
| 1955 BMW 502 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | BMW | Alpina |
| Model | 502 | B7 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
