2002 Holden Berlina vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2002 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 498 kg more than 2002 Holden Berlina. 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Berlina | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Holden | Alpina |
| Model | Berlina | B7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3071 mm |
