2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1980 Volvo 245. 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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | B7 | 245 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
