2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1950 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1950 Fiat 500. 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. 2009 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1950 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1950 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 1950 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B7 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 35 L |
