2003 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1144 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Naked, 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 593 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Naked | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Alpina |
| Model | Naked | B7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 88 L |
