2005 Alpina B7 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 3 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 334 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 652 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2005 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
| Model | B7 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1404 mm |
