2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1977 AMC Matador
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 AMC Matador would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 129 kg more than 1977 AMC Matador. 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, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 1977 AMC Matador | |
| Make | Alpina | AMC |
| Model | B7 | Matador |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1861 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 92 L |
