2005 Alpina B7 vs. 1969 Lamborghini Islero
To start off, 2005 Alpina B7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Islero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Islero 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 146 more horse power than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (346 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. 2005 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1969 Lamborghini Islero has manual transmission. 1969 Lamborghini Islero 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 | 1969 Lamborghini Islero | |
| Make | Alpina | Lamborghini |
| Model | B7 | Islero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 93 L |
