1981 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant 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 411 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Alpina |
| Model | Galant | B7 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3071 mm |
