2005 Alpina B7 vs. 1985 BMW M6
To start off, 2005 Alpina B7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1985 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1985 BMW M6. 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, 2005 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW M6. 2005 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1985 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1985 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B7 | 1985 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B7 | M6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
