2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima 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 317 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 548 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima. 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, 2011 Nissan Altima, 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B7 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |
