1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Lancia | Alpina |
| Model | Appia | B7 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3211 mm |
