1978 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. 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 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Triumph Spitfire | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Triumph | Alpina |
Model | Spitfire | B7 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 88 L |