2005 Alpina B7 vs. 1960 Ford Popular
To start off, 2005 Alpina B7 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Popular would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1960 Ford Popular. 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. 2005 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1960 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1960 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B7 | 1960 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B7 | Popular |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
