2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1965 Alpine A 110
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1965 Alpine A 110. 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. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1965 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1965 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1965 Alpine A 110 | |
| Make | Alpina | Alpine |
| Model | B7 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |
