2002 Honda Vamos 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 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos 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 454 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. 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) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Vamos | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Honda | Alpina |
Model | Vamos | B7 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 699 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 82 L |