2012 Alpina B7 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Alpina B7 | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B7 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 2520 mm |
