2007 Alpina B7 vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 327 kg more than 1995 Lexus SC.
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, 2007 Alpina B7 (700 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus SC. (350 Nm). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B7 | 1995 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Alpina | Lexus |
| Model | B7 | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
