2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2008 Audi R8
To start off, both 2008 Alpina B7 and 2008 Audi R8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 73 more horse power than 2008 Audi R8. (420 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2008 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8. 2008 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi R8 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 | 2008 Audi R8 | |
Make | Alpina | Audi |
Model | B7 | R8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |