2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 8 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 192 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Alpina B7.
Because 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B7 | X5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |