2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MG TF 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 378 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 870 kg more than 2002 MG TF. 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 535 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2002 MG TF has manual transmission. 2002 MG TF 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 | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Alpina | MG |
| Model | B7 | TF |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
