2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Megane would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 945 kg more than 2000 Renault Megane. 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 Renault Megane, 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane. 2008 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B7 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2480 mm |
