2006 Alpina B7 vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 4 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 192 more horse power than 2010 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2010 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL 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, 2006 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B7 | 2010 Acura RL | |
Make | Alpina | Acura |
Model | B7 | RL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 73 L |