2005 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2005 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Regal, 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Regal | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Buick | Alpina |
Model | Regal | B7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |