1982 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Cadillac Eldorado 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 377 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 will offer significantly more control. 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 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Alpina |
| Model | Eldorado | B7 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3071 mm |
