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 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (304 HP @ 440 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 195 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X5. (600 Nm @ 1500 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 | 4399 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |