2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2005 Tata E
To start off, 2005 Tata E is newer by 2 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 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2005 Tata E. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2005 Tata E. 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 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata E. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata E has manual transmission. 2005 Tata E 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 | 2005 Tata E | |
| Make | Alpina | Tata |
| Model | B7 | E |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
