2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2008 Alpina B7 and 2008 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Lexus LS. (380 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus LS. (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B7 | 2008 Lexus LS | |
Make | Alpina | Lexus |
Model | B7 | LS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 493 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 84 L |