2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alpina B7 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 189 more horse power than 2010 BMW X6. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Alpina B7.
Because 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X6. (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B7 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B7 | X6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |