2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B7 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
