2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, both 2007 Alpina B7 and 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 293 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2007 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra. 2007 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Sentra 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.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B7 | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | B7 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |