2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1987 Volvo 240
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 240 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 396 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1987 Volvo 240. 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 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 240. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1987 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1987 Volvo 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1987 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | B7 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
