2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2010 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKS is newer by 7 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 219 more horse power than 2010 Lincoln MKS. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lincoln MKS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2010 Lincoln MKS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lincoln MKS. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 2010 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Alpina | Lincoln |
| Model | B7 | MKS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5184 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |
