2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 5 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 377 more horse power than 2012 BMW 316. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2012 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4250 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 316. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 316. 2007 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 316 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 | 2012 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B7 | 316 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |
