2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2011 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 Volvo C70 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 265 more horse power than 2011 Volvo C70. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Volvo C70. 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 Volvo C70, 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | B7 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
