2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2001 BMW 745
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 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 167 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 BMW 745. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 2001 BMW 745 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B7 | 745 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
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 | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |