2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1999 BMW 730
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 730 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 302 more horse power than 1999 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1999 BMW 730. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 1999 BMW 730 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B7 | 730 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |