2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 3 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Range Rover. (375 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 594 kg more than 2008 Alpina B7.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Range Rover. (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B7 | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Alpina | Land Rover |
Model | B7 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 104 L |