1995 Acura Integra vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Integra 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 361 more horse power than 1995 Acura Integra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1995 Acura Integra. 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 1995 Acura Integra. 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 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Integra | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Acura | Alpina |
Model | Integra | B7 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 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 | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |