2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1960 Steyr 500
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Steyr 500 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1960 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1464 kg more than 1960 Steyr 500. 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, 2006 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 668 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Steyr 500. 2006 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1960 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1960 Steyr 500 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 | 1960 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Alpina | Steyr |
Model | B7 | 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 1850 mm |