1987 Ford Meteor 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 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Meteor 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 422 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Because 2010 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 2010 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Meteor, 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor. 2010 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Meteor 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 Ford Meteor | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Ford | Alpina |
| Model | Meteor | B7 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3140 mm |
