2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1975 Audi 100
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 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 407 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1975 Audi 100. 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, 1975 Audi 100, 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 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1975 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B7 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 58 L |
