2007 Alpina B7 vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair, 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, 2007 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B7 | 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B7 | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
