2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2012 Alpina B7

To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 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 311 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4. 2012 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW Z4 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:

2006 BMW Z4 2012 Alpina B7
Make BMW Alpina
Model Z4 B7
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 500 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 699 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 2070 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 5085 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1483 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 3071 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 82 L


 

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