2008 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | BMW | Alpina |
| Model | X5 | B7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4397 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 88 L |
