2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lamborghini Jarama 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 143 more horse power than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. (350 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 1973 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Alpina | Lamborghini |
| Model | B7 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |
