2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2004 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2004 GAZ 3110 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B7 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 358 more horse power than 2004 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2004 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2004 GAZ 3110. 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 511 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GAZ 3110. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2004 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 2004 GAZ 3110 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 | 2004 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | Alpina | GAZ |
Model | B7 | 3110 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |