2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2007 Alpina B7 and 2007 Peugeot 307 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) has 385 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 616 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Peugeot 307, 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 553 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B7 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Alpina | Peugeot |
Model | B7 | 307 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |