2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1967 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (290 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1967 Dodge Monaco. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 1967 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B7 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
