2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega 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 343 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alpina | Opel |
| Model | B7 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
