2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Alpina | Saab |
| Model | B7 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
