1979 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 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 404 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1979 Ford Granada. 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Granada | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Ford | Alpina |
Model | Granada | B7 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5225 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3211 mm |