1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. 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 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Alpina |
| Model | Eldorado | B7 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
