2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2008 Audi S4
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 5 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 152 more horse power than 2008 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 2008 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B7 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
