2004 BMW 120 vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 120 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2004 BMW 120. 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 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120. 2010 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | BMW | Alpina |
| Model | 120 | B7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |
