1987 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Mark VII | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Alpina |
| Model | Mark VII | B7 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3211 mm |
