2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta, 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 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (86 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta. 2009 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Fiesta 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.
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2009 Alpina B7 | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B7 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2450 mm |