2005 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4. 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4. 2012 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 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:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Audi | Alpina |
| Model | A4 | B7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
