1998 BMW 328 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 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 328 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1998 BMW 328. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 BMW 328. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 328. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 328. 2010 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 328 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 328 | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | BMW | Alpina |
| Model | 328 | B7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 88 L |
