1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Hyundai Stellar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Hyundai Stellar 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 433 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1984 Hyundai Stellar has manual transmission. 1984 Hyundai Stellar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Alpina |
| Model | Stellar | B7 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3071 mm |
