2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda L 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 435 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1990 Skoda L. 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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1990 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1990 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alpina | Skoda |
| Model | B7 | L |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
