2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 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 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 2008 BMW 118 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B7 | 118 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 51 L |