2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2008 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe 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 107 more horse power than 2008 Maserati Coupe. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Maserati Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Maserati Coupe. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Coupe. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Coupe. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Maserati Coupe has manual transmission. 2008 Maserati Coupe 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 | 2008 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Alpina | Maserati |
| Model | B7 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
