2005 Alpina B7 vs. 2004 BMW M3
To start off, 2005 Alpina B7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M3 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 175 more horse power than 2004 BMW M3. (317 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 BMW M3. 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) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B7 | 2004 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B7 | M3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 355 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |