2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 Proton Gen
To start off, both 2007 Alpina B7 and 2007 Proton Gen 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 384 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
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 Proton Gen, 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 552 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B7 | 2007 Proton Gen | |
Make | Alpina | Proton |
Model | B7 | Gen |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |