2005 Alpina B7 vs. 2006 BMW 740
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alpina B7 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 190 more horse power than 2006 BMW 740. (302 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 BMW 740. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 740. 2005 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 740 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 740 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 | 2006 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B7 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.8 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 | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
