2000 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS 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 275 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS. 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 2000 Lexus GS. 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Lexus | Alpina |
| Model | GS | B7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
