2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP) has 425 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1958 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 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, 2006 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109. 2006 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1958 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B7 | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Alpina | Land Rover |
Model | B7 | 109 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |