2001 BMW 745 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. Both 2001 BMW 745 and 2012 Alpina B7 are equipped with a 4,400 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (284 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 BMW 745. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (390 Nm). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | BMW | Alpina |
Model | 745 | B7 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 699 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3071 mm |