2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1996 BMW 528
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1996 BMW 528. 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, 2006 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B7 | 1996 BMW 528 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B7 | 528 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |