2008 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Honda | Alpina |
| Model | Accord | B7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
