2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino 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 300 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino. 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) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino. 2009 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari Dino 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 | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B7 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2350 mm |
