2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina B7 would be higher. 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 311 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera, 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 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B7 | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
Make | Alpina | Alfa Romeo |
Model | B7 | Brera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |