2001 Acura TL vs. 2003 Alpina B7
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2001 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2001 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 2003 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Acura | Alpina |
| Model | TL | B7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
