2006 Alpina B7 vs. 2008 BMW 550
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 BMW 550. 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, 2006 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 550. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 550. 2006 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B7 | 2008 BMW 550 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B7 | 550 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |