2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2008 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2008 Alpina B7 and 2008 Lexus RX 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 225 more horse power than 2008 Lexus RX. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus RX weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Alpina B7.
Because 2008 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus RX (840 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B7. (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B7.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B7 | 2008 Lexus RX | |
Make | Alpina | Lexus |
Model | B7 | RX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 840 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |