2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2000 Lexus ES
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus ES 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 282 more horse power than 2000 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2000 Lexus ES. 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, 2000 Lexus ES, 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 2000 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Alpina | Lexus |
| Model | B7 | ES |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
