2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1999 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac GTO 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 348 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 751 kg more than 1999 Pontiac GTO. 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) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B7 | 1999 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Alpina | Pontiac |
| Model | B7 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2398 cc |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1199 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
