2001 Lotec Sirius 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 Lotec Sirius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lotec Sirius would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 685 more horse power than 2012 Alpina B7. (500 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 2012 Alpina B7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2001 Lotec Sirius.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lotec Sirius. 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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alpina B7. (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alpina B7. 2012 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2001 Lotec Sirius has manual transmission. 2001 Lotec Sirius will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec Sirius | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Lotec | Alpina |
| Model | Sirius | B7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 1185 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 1346 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1483 mm |
