2005 Alpina B7 vs. 2003 Avanti Studebaker
To start off, 2005 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 5,952 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (321 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 725 kg more than 2005 Alpina B7.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2005 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B7 | 2003 Avanti Studebaker | |
| Make | Alpina | Avanti |
| Model | B7 | Studebaker |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3410 mm |
