2011 Alpina B7 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Alpina B7 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alpina | Opel |
| Model | B7 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
