2007 Alpina B7 vs. 1967 Ferrari 365 California
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 California. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 California 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 176 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. 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) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. (363 Nm). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. 2007 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari 365 California has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari 365 California 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.
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2007 Alpina B7 | 1967 Ferrari 365 California | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | B7 | 365 California |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 133 L |