2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1984 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1984 Avanti Avanti. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 1984 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Alpina | Avanti |
Model | B7 | Avanti |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |