2005 Alpina B7 vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2005 Alpina B7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr 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 387 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (105 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr. 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, 2005 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B7 | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B7 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2930 mm |
