1967 Porsche 904 vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 904. (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1261 kg more than 1967 Porsche 904. 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. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1967 Porsche 904 has manual transmission. 1967 Porsche 904 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Porsche 904 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Porsche | Alpina |
| Model | 904 | B7 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1965 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 699 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 88 L |
