2005 Alpina B7 vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Alpina B7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 924 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400, 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, 2005 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 2005 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1990 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B7 | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Alpina | Rover |
| Model | B7 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
