2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus M250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus M250 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 245 more horse power than 1999 Lotus M250. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250. 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus M250. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus M250. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1999 Lotus M250 has manual transmission. 1999 Lotus M250 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 | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Alpina | Lotus |
| Model | B7 | M250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
