2007 Alpina B7 vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. 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, 2007 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300. 2007 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B7 | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B7 | 2300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
