2007 Alpina B7 vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald 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 458 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. 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 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B7 | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Alpina | Triumph |
Model | B7 | Herald |
Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 53 L |