1968 Marcos 1600 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 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 1600 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 412 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 1600. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1378 kg more than 1968 Marcos 1600. 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 1968 Marcos 1600. 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 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1968 Marcos 1600 has manual transmission. 1968 Marcos 1600 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 Marcos 1600 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Marcos | Alpina |
| Model | 1600 | B7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 82 L |
