2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Alpina B7
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2007 Alpina B7 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider 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, 2007 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2007 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
Model | Spider | B7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 88 L |