1983 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Ascona | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Opel | Alpina |
| Model | Ascona | B7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
