1969 Lotus Europa 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 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa 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 422 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1528 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Lotus | Alpina |
| Model | Europa | B7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 82 L |
