1987 BMW 324 vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 324 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1987 BMW 324. 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 324. (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 324. 2010 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW 324 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW 324 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | BMW | Alpina |
| Model | 324 | B7 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 88 L |
