1999 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Safari 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 313 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 GMC Safari. 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 GMC Safari. 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | GMC | Alpina |
Model | Safari | B7 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5225 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 82 L |