2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Alpina | Pontiac |
Model | B7 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |