1994 Rover Range Rover vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover 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 310 more horse power than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1994 Rover Range Rover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover Range Rover | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Rover | Alpina |
| Model | Range Rover | B7 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 82 L |
