1966 Fiat Dino 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 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino 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 323 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1966 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Dino | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alpina |
| Model | Dino | B7 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3211 mm |
