2007 Alpina B7 vs. 1967 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Daihatsu Compagno 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 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. 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 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B7 | 1967 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Alpina | Daihatsu |
Model | B7 | Compagno |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2230 mm |