1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Alpina B7.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alpina B7. (699 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alpina B7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Alpina |
| Model | Calais | B7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 82 L |
