1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 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 1968 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino. 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 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino. 2012 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari Dino 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:
1968 Ferrari Dino | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Ferrari | Alpina |
Model | Dino | B7 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 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 | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |