1970 Holden Torana vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana 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 405 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana. 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 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Holden | Alpina |
| Model | Torana | B7 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3211 mm |
