1986 Pontiac Bonneville 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 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (700 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Bonneville | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Alpina |
| Model | Bonneville | B7 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
