2011 Alpina B7 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 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 325 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75, 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Alpina B7 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Alpina | Rover |
| Model | B7 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5225 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3211 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
