2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2002 Lexus IS
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus IS would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2002 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2002 Lexus IS. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 2002 Lexus IS | |
Make | Alpina | Lexus |
Model | B7 | IS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 2000 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |