2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Alpina | Rover |
| Model | B7 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
