2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2002 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 2002 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2002 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 GAZ 3110. 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, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3110. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3110. 2009 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2002 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 2002 GAZ 3110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 2002 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Alpina | GAZ |
| Model | B7 | 3110 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2810 mm |
