2003 Holden Berlina vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2003 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 Holden Berlina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Berlina | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Holden | Alpina |
| Model | Berlina | B7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3000 mm |
