2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1969 Fiat 124
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124. 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 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124. 2008 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 1969 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B7 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |
