2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1978 AMC Pacer
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 AMC Pacer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 AMC Pacer would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 622 kg more than 1978 AMC Pacer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1978 AMC Pacer | |
| Make | Alpina | AMC |
| Model | B7 | Pacer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 4228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |
