2007 Audi TT vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi TT would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2007 Audi TT. (245 HP @ 1850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi TT.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi TT. (481 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Audi | Alpina |
| Model | TT | B7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 82 L |
