2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 9 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 324 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B7 | TT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
