2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 241 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Alpina | Oldsmobile |
| Model | B7 | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
