2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 Audi A8
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 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 263 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 2007 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B7 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
