1963 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Wartburg | Alpina |
Model | 312 | B7 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 88 L |