1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Ferrari | Alpina |
Model | 400 | B7 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 82 L |