2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 5 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 54 more horse power than 2013 BMW 6 series. (439 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 6 series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Alpina B7.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 6 series. (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 6 series. 2008 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 6 series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 6 series 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 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B7 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
