1979 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1979 Buick Regal. 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Buick | Alpina |
Model | Regal | B7 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3140 mm |