2007 Lexus LX vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LX. (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 443 kg more than 2007 Lexus LX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LX 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus LX. (445 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LX | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Lexus | Alpina |
| Model | LX | B7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 88 L |
