2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 505 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 403 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 505. 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 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505. 2008 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1989 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1989 Peugeot 505 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 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Alpina | Peugeot |
| Model | B7 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2750 mm |
