1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Alpina B7
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2008 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2008 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
| Model | Giulietta | B7 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 88 L |
