1992 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1992 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1992 BMW 325. 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 325. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 325 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | BMW | Alpina |
| Model | 325 | B7 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
