1984 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica 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 385 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica. 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 Toyota Celica. 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 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alpina |
| Model | Celica | B7 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3211 mm |
