2005 Alpina B7 vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Alpina B7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 388 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Alpina B7.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B7 | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B7 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
