1983 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1983 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1983 Holden Statesman. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Statesman | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Holden | Alpina |
| Model | Statesman | B7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3211 mm |
