1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane 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 363 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 473 kg more than 1986 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Fairlane. 2012 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Ford | Alpina |
Model | Fairlane | B7 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4089 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5225 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3211 mm |