2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2002 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Bentley Arnage. (400 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 595 kg more than 2008 Alpina B7.
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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B7. (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 2002 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Alpina | Bentley |
| Model | B7 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 20.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |
