2010 Alpina B7 vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo, 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo. 2010 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Alpina B7 | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Alpina | Tata |
| Model | B7 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 42 L |
