2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B7. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Alpina B7. 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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B7. (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B7. 2009 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Alpina | Aston Martin |
| Model | B7 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5338 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 549 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 745 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 113 L |
