2005 Alpina B7 vs. 2012 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 7 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 354 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 778 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. 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, 2012 Hyundai Veloster, 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 533 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Veloster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B7 | 2012 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Alpina | Hyundai |
| Model | B7 | Veloster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4219 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
