2008 Acura TSX vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TSX 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 295 more horse power than 2008 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TSX. 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 477 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX. 2012 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Acura TSX has manual transmission. 2008 Acura TSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Acura | Alpina |
| Model | TSX | B7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
