2011 Alpina B7 vs. 2003 Acura RSX
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura RSX 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 340 more horse power than 2003 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 983 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX. 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 2003 Acura RSX. 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 508 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Alpina B7 | 2003 Acura RSX | |
| Make | Alpina | Acura |
| Model | B7 | RSX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5225 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3211 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
