2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire 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) has 426 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Alpina | Triumph |
| Model | B7 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2110 mm |
