2006 Alpina B7 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 7 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 53 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (439 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Alpina B7.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B7 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B7 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
