2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 442 kg more than 2003 Alpina B7.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B7. (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B7 | Express |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |