2007 Alpina B7 vs. 1980 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 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 340 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208. 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 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208. 2007 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 208 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 | 1980 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | B7 | 208 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2350 mm |