1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Alpina |
Model | Sapporo | B7 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3071 mm |