2005 Alpina B7 vs. 1967 Steyr 650T

To start off, 2005 Alpina B7 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 650T 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 472 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1967 Steyr 650T. 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 659 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 650T. 2005 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1967 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1967 Steyr 650T 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.

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