2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1969 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega 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 402 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (164 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1969 Chevrolet Vega | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B7 | Vega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 42 L |
