2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Alpina B7.
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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Alpina | Oldsmobile |
Model | B7 | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |