1972 Toyota Century vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century 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 373 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 399 kg more than 1972 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Century | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alpina |
| Model | Century | B7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3211 mm |
