1994 Hyundai Marcia vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Marcia 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 329 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. 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 1994 Hyundai Marcia. 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Hyundai Marcia | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Hyundai | Alpina |
Model | Marcia | B7 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5225 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3211 mm |