2007 Alpina B7 vs. 1985 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Mehari 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 464 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1985 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 661 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari. 2007 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen Mehari 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 | 1985 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | B7 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
