1992 BMW 740 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 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1992 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | BMW | Alpina |
| Model | 740 | B7 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
