2000 Acura Integra vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2000 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 820 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra, 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Acura | Alpina |
| Model | Integra | B7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
