2005 Alpina B7 vs. 2003 Maserati Kubang
To start off, 2005 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maserati Kubang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maserati Kubang 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 107 more horse power than 2003 Maserati Kubang. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Maserati Kubang.
Because 2003 Maserati Kubang 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 Maserati Kubang 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Maserati Kubang. (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Maserati Kubang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B7 | 2003 Maserati Kubang | |
| Make | Alpina | Maserati |
| Model | B7 | Kubang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
