2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1972 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada 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 367 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 689 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada. 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 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada. 2006 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Granada 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 | 1972 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B7 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
