2007 Alpina B7 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica 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 430 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B7 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B7 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2270 mm |
