1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2003 Alpina B7
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1992 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1992 Alpina B6. 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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1992 Alpina B6 has manual transmission. 1992 Alpina B6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 2003 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Alpina | Alpina |
| Model | B6 | B7 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
