2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro 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) has 208 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (285 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
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) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. 2008 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1989 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B7 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2650 mm |
