2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord 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 427 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1972 Opel Rekord. 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 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord. 2008 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1972 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1972 Opel Rekord 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 | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Alpina | Opel |
| Model | B7 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
