1973 Triumph 1500 vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 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 440 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Triumph 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph 1500 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Triumph | Alpina |
| Model | 1500 | B7 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 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 | 965 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
