2008 BMW 130 vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 130 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2008 BMW 130. (268 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2008 BMW 130. 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 130 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | BMW | Alpina |
Model | 130 | B7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 88 L |