2000 Hyundai Dynasty 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 Hyundai Dynasty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Dynasty 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 298 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Dynasty. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Dynasty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Dynasty. 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 Hyundai Dynasty. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Dynasty.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Dynasty | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Hyundai | Alpina |
Model | Dynasty | B7 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3071 mm |