1985 Audi 200 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1985 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Audi | Alpina |
| Model | 200 | B7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
