2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 372 kg more than 2012 Alpina B7.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | GMC | Alpina |
| Model | Sierra | B7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6590 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 82 L |
