2007 Ferrari 612 vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Alpina B7. (500 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina B7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2007 Ferrari 612.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ferrari 612. (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ferrari 612. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2007 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ferrari 612 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Ferrari | Alpina |
Model | 612 | B7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 82 L |