2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 10 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 196 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2013 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S80. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | B7 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2835 mm |
