1998 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Infiniti QX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Infiniti QX4 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Infiniti | Alpina |
Model | QX4 | B7 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3071 mm |