2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (435 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 763 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. 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) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (576 Nm). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. 2006 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B7 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 1 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 435 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
