2007 Alpina B7 vs. 1961 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mazda R 360 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 477 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1580 kg more than 1961 Mazda R 360. 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 678 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B7 | 1961 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B7 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
