2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter 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 430 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. 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 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B7 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2340 mm |
