2000 Alpina B 12 vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alpina B 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alpina B 12 would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alpina B 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 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 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B 12. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2000 Alpina B 12 has manual transmission. 2000 Alpina B 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 12 | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B 12 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3002 mm |
