2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Saab 900 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1980 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900, 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, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Alpina | Saab |
| Model | B7 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2530 mm |
