1968 Riley 4 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 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP) has 426 more horse power than 1968 Riley 4. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 842 kg more than 1968 Riley 4. 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 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Riley 4 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Riley | Alpina |
Model | 4 | B7 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 493 HP |
Torque | 121 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |