2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1990 Lada Samara
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Samara would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1990 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara. 2006 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1990 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1990 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B7 | 1990 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Alpina | Lada |
| Model | B7 | Samara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |
