2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1954 Renault Colorale
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Renault Colorale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Renault Colorale would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1954 Renault Colorale. (51 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1954 Renault Colorale. 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 1954 Renault Colorale has manual transmission. 1954 Renault Colorale 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 | 1954 Renault Colorale | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B7 | Colorale |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 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 | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
