2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2008 Alpina B7. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Alpina B7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
Because 2008 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 2008 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace, 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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B7. (700 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B7 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 804 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |
