2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 332 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Alpina | Oldsmobile |
| Model | B7 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
