1978 Holden GTS vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS 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 342 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1978 Holden GTS. 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS. 2012 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1978 Holden GTS has manual transmission. 1978 Holden GTS 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:
1978 Holden GTS | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Holden | Alpina |
Model | GTS | B7 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5225 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3211 mm |