1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1977 Dodge Aspen. 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Dodge | Alpina |
Model | Aspen | B7 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3071 mm |