2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1996 BMW 725
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 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 725 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 351 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 BMW 725. 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 725. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 725. 2006 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 725 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 725 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B7 | 1996 BMW 725 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B7 | 725 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| 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 | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2940 mm |
