1986 Honda Integra vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Integra 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 375 more horse power than 1986 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1986 Honda Integra. 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 1986 Honda Integra. 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 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Integra. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1986 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1986 Honda Integra 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:
| 1986 Honda Integra | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Honda | Alpina |
| Model | Integra | B7 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3211 mm |
