2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1982 Buick Electra
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1982 Buick Electra. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 1982 Buick Electra | |
Make | Alpina | Buick |
Model | B7 | Electra |
Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |