2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro 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 369 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B7 | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
