2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1978 Citroen LN
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LN would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1978 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen LN 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 | 1978 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | B7 | LN |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 43 L |
