1977 Ford Granada 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 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada 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 340 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 723 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada. 2012 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Ford | Alpina |
| Model | Granada | B7 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
