2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1998 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saab 05-Sep 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 294 more horse power than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. (198 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. (309 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B7 | 1998 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Alpina | Saab |
| Model | B7 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
