2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 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 218 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 454 kg more than 2000 BMW Z9. 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 2000 BMW Z9. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | BMW | Alpina |
| Model | Z9 | B7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3071 mm |
