1976 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1976 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1976 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Honda Accord | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Honda | Alpina |
| Model | Accord | B7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 88 L |
