2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Alpina | De Tomaso |
| Model | B7 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
