1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 934 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
| Model | GT | B7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 88 L |
