2002 Audi R8 vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Alpina B7. (500 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina B7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 2103 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi R8. (698 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Audi | Alpina |
| Model | R8 | B7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 82 L |
