2007 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Alpina B7.
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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alpina |
| Model | Patrol | B7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2951 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 82 L |
