2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 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 163 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (330 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman. 2008 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B7 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
