2007 Alpina B7 vs. 1964 Austin A 90
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 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 373 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1964 Austin A 90. 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 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90. 2007 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1964 Austin A 90 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 | 1964 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Alpina | Austin |
| Model | B7 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 34 L |
