1984 Lancia Beta 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 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta 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 382 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta. 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 Lancia Beta. 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 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Lancia | Alpina |
| Model | Beta | B7 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 82 L |
