2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 389 more horse power than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 2009 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 | 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Alpina | Morgan |
Model | B7 | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |