2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2004 Buick Regal
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (251 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal, 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, 2007 Alpina B7 (700 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Regal. (388 Nm). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B7 | 2004 Buick Regal | |
Make | Alpina | Buick |
Model | B7 | Regal |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |