1977 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Celica | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Toyota | Alpina |
Model | Celica | B7 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |