2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare. 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B7 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Alpina | Plymouth |
Model | B7 | Volare |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2870 mm |