1984 Buick Century vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Century 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) has 390 more horse power than 1984 Buick Century. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Century.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Century. 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) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Century. (197 Nm). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Century | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Buick | Alpina |
| Model | Century | B7 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 3211 mm |
