2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1978 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 400. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 400. 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. 2008 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 400 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 | 1978 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B7 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 120 L |
