1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 418 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2012 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
Model | Giulia | B7 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
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 | 970 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5225 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 82 L |