1999 Acura SLX vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura SLX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura SLX 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) has 275 more horse power than 1999 Acura SLX. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura SLX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1999 Acura SLX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura SLX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura SLX. (312 Nm). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura SLX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura SLX | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Acura | Alpina |
| Model | SLX | B7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 3071 mm |
