1998 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318. 2010 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | BMW | Alpina |
| Model | 318 | B7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 88 L |
