2005 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2005 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z. 2005 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B7 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B7 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |
