2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 4 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 277 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. 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 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B7 | 525 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |