2005 Alpina B7 vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Omega 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 349 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (143 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2003 Opel Omega. 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, 2005 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega. 2005 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Omega 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 | 2003 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alpina | Opel |
| Model | B7 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
