2007 Alpina B7 vs. 1995 Lamborghini P140
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lamborghini P140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lamborghini P140 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 121 more horse power than 1995 Lamborghini P140. (372 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lamborghini P140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 674 kg more than 1995 Lamborghini P140. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lamborghini P140. (390 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lamborghini P140. 2007 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1995 Lamborghini P140 has manual transmission. 1995 Lamborghini P140 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 | 1995 Lamborghini P140 | |
| Make | Alpina | Lamborghini |
| Model | B7 | P140 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
| 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 | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
