2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 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 428 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1971 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alpina | Seat |
| Model | B7 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2430 mm |
