1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT 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 396 more horse power than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1289 kg more than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT has manual transmission. 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT 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:
| 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Alpina |
| Model | TX-GT | B7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 82 L |
