2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti M 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 218 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti M.
Because 2007 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B7 | 2007 Infiniti M | |
Make | Alpina | Infiniti |
Model | B7 | M |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
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 | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |