2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville

To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Alpina B7 2000 Cadillac Seville
Make Alpina Cadillac
Model B7 Seville
Year Released 2008 2000
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 4565 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 493 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 700 Nm 400 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1745 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 68 L


 

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