2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1955 Buick 40
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1955 Buick 40. 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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Buick 40. (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 1955 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Alpina | Buick |
| Model | B7 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1725 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3110 mm |
