1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M 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 447 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1966 Ford 12 M. 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 1966 Ford 12 M. 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 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford 12 M | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Ford | Alpina |
| Model | 12 M | B7 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 875 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
