2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB 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 145 more horse power than 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB. (347 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB. 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. 2006 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB has manual transmission. 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB 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 | 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B7 | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
