2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2000 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac XLR. (301 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2000 Cadillac XLR. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac XLR. (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 2000 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
Model | B7 | XLR |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 428 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |