2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Scorpio 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 | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B7 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
