2002 Acura RSX vs. 2003 Alpina B7
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura RSX 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 269 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX. 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, 2002 Acura RSX, 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) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2003 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Acura | Alpina |
| Model | RSX | B7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
