2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1998 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. 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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 1998 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B7 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
