2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2000 Vector M12
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vector M12 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Vector M12. (484 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Vector M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Vector M12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vector M12. (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vector M12. 2008 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2000 Vector M12 has manual transmission. 2000 Vector M12 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 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Alpina | Vector |
| Model | B7 | M12 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
